Mr. Brady, The sarcasm illustrated my point quite well, and I will not hesitate to use it again if I feel it relevant. Some individuals understand things better when put in another way. Much like comedians do when talking about real life. So your ire, if any intended, was wasted on me. And, simply because you may or may not have missed MY point does not mean there was not one made, or that it was not valid. Perhaps you should sit back and rewiew my post, just in case (and I am not saying that you did) you missed it. And, nor did I belittle the neighborhood groups. I give them high praise. The reference to superheros was because some of the general public seem to believe that these neighborhood groups are comprised of such mighty individuals, and that they ought to be able to fight crime all on their own. My opinion is that they should NOT have to do it if they don't choose to, nor if they choose to, they should not have to do it alone. Other less impacted neighborhoods don't, so impacted neighborhoods should be granted the same priviledge. They should be able to come home and do absolutely nothing but relax. Now, I rest my case on discussing this point. If folks can't "get it" there is nothing more I can do to help them. Wishing you a good day (and a relaxing crime-free evening at home). Pamela (Lyndale)
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: In a message dated 3/10/2005 2:18:55 AM Central Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: PT: The message has been stated loud and clear for decades. However, the people you want to hear the message have insulated themselves from the loud din with custom fitted ear plugs. And, although people want justice to be served, and it is their right to have it, they get mighty tired of having to get up and go to work during the day, then come home and don their super tights and cape and fight crime after dark, too. Those folks involved with MADD DADS, PEACE Foundation and NRP committees should be commended for their efforts on our behalf, but it is not their DUTY to commit these random acts of kindness and courage. Do you see people from the non-impacted neighborhoods out wearing Batman type tool belts equipped with cameras, pepper spray, walkie talkies, etc. IMHO I see no reason to rail against Jim's very well stated points. I believe that even as people are devising ways to combat the crime, there is absolutely no reason not to continually restate the constituents need for action on the part of elected officials. Who knows, maybe one day they may forget those ear plugs, and something such as social justice may actually happen. Pamela Taylor (Lyndale) MY RESPONSE: I think when you argue against a proposal with comments about batman belts and other nonsense sarcasm it really belittles your own arguements. The man came up with a very constructive post and how do you respond? I noticed that some people on this list like to throw out sarcasm instead of argue a valid point... Don't you agree that this "need" to have our elected officials take care of things attitude is what led the neighborhood to this predicament? On one end you belittle the neighborhood watch groups by saying they wear capes, tights and what not but then speak of "social justice" is this not the highest form of social justice when the people take back there neighborhood(and no not with machetes,machine guns and cannon balls so lets not misconstrue my comments again) I mean you can't get your politics more local than that! David Brady Downtown __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Tired of spam? Yahoo! Mail has the best spam protection around http://mail.yahoo.com REMINDERS: 1. Be civil! Please read the NEW RULES at http://www.e-democracy.org/rules. If you think a member is in violation, contact the list manager at [EMAIL PROTECTED] before continuing it on the list. 2. Don't feed the troll! Ignore obvious flame-bait. For state and national discussions see: http://e-democracy.org/discuss.html For external forums, see: http://e-democracy.org/mninteract ________________________________ Minneapolis Issues Forum - A Civil City-focused Civic Discussion - Mn E-Democracy Post messages to: mailto:[email protected] Subscribe, Un-subscribe, etc. at: http://e-democracy.org/mpls
